Bedtime Is Officially Cancelled With These 50 Terrifying Ghost Movies

For centuries, tales of lingering spirits have spooked, thrilled and terrorized us — from ghost stories whispered around the campfire to creepy folklore passed down from generation to generation. Of course, some of the best tales about ghosts have been depicted on our screens, too. If you're in the mood for a haunting watch, we've rounded up the best ghost movies of all time, including horror movies you can stream right now on Netflix.

Whether you're looking for something scary, funny — or yes — even romantic, our ultimate list of the top ghost movies has something for everyone. There are, of course, plenty of classic horror movies and bone-chilling psychological thrillers that will keep you up all night (and even get you in the spirit for Halloween!). But for those who can't handle their horror, there are also some lighter picks that feature poltergeists and phantoms — like comedy movies, supernatural dramas and even kid-friendly scary movies that keep the frights a little more PG. The good news is: Whichever ghost flick you pick, you'll be in for a truly great watch featuring all the best specters and spirits around.